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Fairmont Empress, Victoria, Canada
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REF54509Y
Houseperson Full-Time, Summer Season May to October
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
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Recognized as the #2 Best Canadian Hotel in Travel + Leisure's 2024 World's Best Awards, Fairmont Empress is located in Victoria, BC, overlooking the city's sparkling Inner Harbour. A Forbes recommended and MICHELIN key hotel that offers 431 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites, Willow Stream Spa with signature West Coast experiences, and Q at the Empress featuring Pacific Northwest cuisine, an award-winning wine list, and regionally focused cocktail culture. World-famous Tea at the Empress is served in the Lobby Lounge with stunning harbour views.
The magnificent property completed a $60+ million restoration in 2017 that celebrated its proud history while moving the hotel into a new era of modern luxury and transforming the iconic property into a must-visit destination. In 2023, the property introduced a revamped Fairmont Gold Experience, including a major renovation to the Fairmont Gold floor. 88 Fairmont Gold rooms and a newly renovated lounge are ready to accommodate guests. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada's Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia's stunning natural and expansive beauty. Historic Hotels Worldwide recognizes the property's prestigious grounds as the Top 25 Most Magnificent Gardens in the World.
What you will be doing:
- Linen and amenity distribution
- Minor maintenance such as changing light bulbs, etc.
- General cleaning of both public and staff areas to departmental standards
- Responding to guests’ requests as directed
- Other duties as assigned
- Hourly pay rate of $24.51 to $28.01
Your experience and skills include:
- Previous experience as a Houseperson or in a position requiring physical work and a high standard of guest/customer service
- Completely fluent English language skills, both written and verbal
- Proven ability to work well unsupervised, at a fast pace while maintaining quality standards
- Commitment to provide excellent service and exceed guest expectations
- Fluency in English (verbal & written) essential
- Energetic and able to work effectively under pressure
- Impeccable grooming and presentation
- Must be comfortable speaking to guests
- Previous experience in customer service is an asset
- Previous experience in 5 star property is an asset
Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):
- Constant standing and walking
- Frequent bending and kneeling
- Frequent carrying and lifting up to 75lbs
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Your team and working environment: Welcome to Canada’s Castle on the Coast. The Empress Hotel sits proudly at the centre of culture and history in Victoria, British Columbia. This is the best of all worlds – where contrast meets distinction, opulence blends harmoniously with the understated and fabled history meshes with contemporary affairs. This award-winning Victoria hotel and National Historic Site is an alluring blend of classic and contemporary, vintage and cutting-edge: Where Modern meets Iconic. Come join our wonderful team of hospitality experts!
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